SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST 26-27 SY

Speech Language Pathologist

The Speech and Language Pathologist is directly responsible for providing diagnostic therapeutic services to students identified with speech/language impairments. The Speech and Language Pathologist must demonstrate knowledge of the nature of speech and language communication needs including the cognitive aspects of communication, social aspects of communication, communication modalities, the impact of hearing loss on the development of speech and language, second language acquisition and oral motor functioning and skills including feeding.

Essential Functions:

• Assess students' communication skills for the purpose of identifying communication disorders, determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for treatment.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to plan and implement effective student programs including augmentative and alternative communication interventions/supports.
• Collaborate with staff and parents on issues related to oral motor skill development and daily functional needs including feeding.
• Collect, interpret, integrate, and synthesize evaluative information to make recommendations for speech/language interventions and services.
• Demonstrate knowledge of second language learning issues and how these factors impact second language acquisition; identify interventions appropriate to meet the needs of these students.
• Instruct eligible students in the use of appropriate communication technologies.
• Interpret medical reports and goals to provide information and/or ensure that treatment/intervention plans are appropriate.
• Maintain files and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance.
• Provide screening and diagnostic services for students referred through a systematic referral process.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars and provide in-service training and consultation to staff and parents.
• Participate in Individualized Education Plans for assigned students and develop, monitor, and report on goals.
• Provide speech and language services using a variety of models.
• Utilize and make recommendations for technology and assistive technologies.

Other Functions:

• Use professional skills for the diagnosis, remediation and treatment of speech and language disorders of students.
• Assume responsibility for continued professional growth.
• Assume other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Support NSSEO policy, NSSEO and governing board goals and objectives, and The School Code of Illinois.

Working Environment:

• Occasionally required to lift, carry, push and/or pull.
• Constantly required to reach, handle, and/or fine motor dexterity.
• Seldom required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or be exposed to hazardous conditions.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Professional Educator License endorsed for a Speech and Language Pathologist.
• Ability to travel within NSSEO and member districts and move about NSSEO and district buildings as necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively with professional staff and parents.
• Experience with students with special needs is preferred.
• Participate in twelve (12) hours of Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training and techniques.

Specific Requirements:

• Specific skills related to proficient use of technology systems, assistive technology devices and the ability to develop, implement, and monitor speech, language, communication programming and supports for individuals and groups.
• Ongoing need to attend training and update knowledge and implementation of augmentative communication devices and assistive technologies to meet the changing needs of the position.
• Ability to independently problem-solve, schedule daily activities, model good communication and to communicate and work effectively with professional staff and parents.
• Ability to assess student's performance in the area of visual, auditory, communicative, academic performance and behavior.
• SLPs will complete Assistive Technology evaluations within specified timeframes, working collaboratively with team members, parents, and administration, managing time and schedule efficiently, using specialized equipment effectively, maintaining confidentiality, meeting deadlines and schedules and making data-driven decisions for meaningful educational activities.